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Best Contemporary American Restaurants in Essex

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A photo of Michael's Cafe White Marsh/ Middle River restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1015)
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• Contemporary American • White Marsh
Booked 18 times today
Our food was delicious and the service was great:)
A photo of Bowley's on the Bay restaurant
4.5
Awesome(99)
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• Contemporary American • Bowleys Quarters
We arrived five minutes before a thunderstorm came. It rained so hard the water came in under the door where we sat. The staff was quick to keep the floor dry. I was very impressed with the staff and the attention we received. Food was excellent and our server was wonderful!
A photo of Bygone restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4239)
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• Contemporary American • Harbor East
Booked 21 times today
Great food and staff, fantastic ambiance. Would return.
A photo of MARTA restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(821)
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• Contemporary American • Upper Fells Point
Booked 42 times today
Great food, cool vibe, amazing service! Will definitely be back...
A photo of Monarque restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1439)
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• Contemporary American • Harbor East
Booked 12 times today
this has vibes, music, good drinks, and amazing food. the entertainment was top tier and their australian wagyu was even better. 10/10 definitely coming again.
A photo of Loch Bar - Baltimore restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1645)
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• Contemporary American • Harbor East
Booked 30 times today
We are from Utah and it was absolutely delicious! Amazing service!
A photo of Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Columbia restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8449)
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• Contemporary American • Columbia
Booked 51 times today
Loved the ambience and surrounding area. Visiting for business and this place gave a high end atmosphere with excellent food quality for an evening meal. Such a great value overall. Our server was Michael and he was attentive and very nice. Provided a great recommendation that did not disappoint. Definitely will come back again.
A photo of Topside restaurant
4.3
Awesome(683)
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• Contemporary American • Mount Vernon
Booked 14 times today
View is fantastic. Small menu but food was excellent. Service was outstanding.
A photo of Blackwall Hitch Baltimore restaurant
4.3
Awesome(1754)
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• Contemporary American • Inner Harbor
Booked 12 times today
Friendly staff, delicious and fresh food. Blackwall Hitch is a hidden treasure on the harbor. Five star experience, relaxing atmosphere, delicious drinks and again delicious food.
A photo of Michael's Cafe restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2837)
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• Contemporary American • Timonium
Booked 25 times today
We always go to happy hour at Michael’s whenever I’m in town. The food is great and it’s a good value too

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